Reflect His Heart

Reflect His Heart…

Today, let’s embrace the beauty of welcoming others in love, knowing that in doing so, we reflect the very heart of Jesus.

And whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me.
Matthew 18:5

Isn’t it beautiful how Jesus shifts our perspective? Imagine the disciples, caught up in their own ambitions, dreaming of power and recognition in His kingdom. But Jesus, with His gentle wisdom, shifts the focus completely. He calls a child—small, unnoticed—to stand among them.

In their culture, children had no influence or status. Yet Jesus says, “Whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me.” He wasn’t just talking about children; He was inviting us to see the overlooked, the vulnerable, the ones who can’t repay us, as reflections of Him. True greatness, He shows, isn’t about being first or seen—it’s about humility, love, and lifting others up.

Think about that. Every time we take the time to truly see someone the world has forgotten, every time we value someone who has nothing to give back, we’re not just being kind—we’re encountering Jesus. It’s as though He’s saying, “If you want to find Me, look where others don’t.”

Today, let’s redefine greatness through His eyes. It’s not about climbing higher but stooping lower to lift others up. And in those simple acts of love and welcome, we might just catch a glimpse of heaven, right here on earth.

Loving Father, Open my heart, not just my eyes, to see those You bring into my life today. When I’m caught up in my own ambitions, jolt me awake to remember that true greatness, in Your kingdom, is found in bending low to serve. Thank You for the incredible privilege of welcoming You as I welcome others. Help me to love like You, to value what You value, and to make room in my heart for the “little ones” the world might overlook. Let every act of welcome, every gesture of kindness, become a reflection of Your boundless heart. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

The King of love my shepherd is, Whose goodness faileth never; I nothing lack if I am his, and he is mine forever.

Walk daily with God at your side!

Love always,

Ed 🙏🏼